How to Use Carrier Lookup
Use this tool for a first pass on public FMCSA data. It is not a substitute for full carrier verification before you book.
Enter an identifier
Enter a DOT number, MC number, or carrier name.
Search
Click Search Carrier.
Review the record
Review the available FMCSA data.
What You Can Check
- USDOT status
- MC status
- Operating Authority
- Company information
- Location
- Fleet size
- Number of drivers
- Safety information
- Out-of-Service status
- Insurance information, if available
DOT Number Lookup
A USDOT number is a unique identifier assigned by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to commercial motor carriers in the United States. Use LoadConnect’s DOT number lookup to find a carrier and review key FMCSA information, including company details, operating status, fleet size, safety data, and Out-of-Service status when available. The data shown in Carrier Lookup is based on FMCSA records, giving brokers and shippers a quick way to check essential carrier information in one place.
MC Number Lookup
An MC number is issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to certain interstate carriers and other regulated transportation businesses. Unlike a USDOT number, which identifies a motor carrier, an MC number is tied to operating authority. Use LoadConnect’s MC number lookup to find a carrier and review its current authority status and company information. When you verify an MC number, check the current operating authority as well — an MC number may still exist even if the authority is inactive or requires further review.
FMCSA Carrier Lookup
FMCSA maintains official public records for U.S. motor carriers, including identification, operating authority, fleet information, safety data, and Out-of-Service status when available. Use LoadConnect’s FMCSA Carrier Lookup to search a carrier by USDOT number, MC number, or company name and review key information from FMCSA records. The tool gives brokers, dispatchers, and shippers a quick way to check essential carrier information in one place before moving on to deeper carrier verification.
Carrier Lookup vs Carrier Verification
Use lookup for a first pass on public records. Use verification when you need monitoring and extra risk context before you book.
| Feature | Carrier Lookup | Carrier Verification In LoadConnect |
|---|---|---|
| Data Source | Public FMCSA data | FMCSA + additional LoadConnect data sources |
| DOT / MC Search | Yes | Yes |
| Company Information | Yes | Yes |
| Operating Authority | Yes | Yes |
| Safety Information | Basic information | More in-depth context |
| Insurance | Limited / if available | Deeper verification, if supported |
| Risk Signals | Limited | Expanded risk signals, if supported |
| Best For | Initial carrier screening | Pre-booking carrier verification |
| Workflow Integration | No | Available through LoadConnect |
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Verify before you book
Lookup shows the public record. LoadConnect Carrier Verification keeps authority, insurance, and risk signals in the same dispatch workflow.
- Authority and insurance in one view
- Risk signals before you tender a load
- Alerts when a carrier record changes
Works with the load boards you already use.
Need a deeper check?
FMCSA lookup is just the first step. Get a deeper carrier verification with additional checks and risk signals available through LoadConnect.
Frequently asked questions
FMCSA Data Source
Carrier registration and safety information is based on FMCSA records.
View official FMCSA recordCarrier Lookup provides informational data and does not guarantee that a carrier, broker or transaction is safe, compliant or legitimate. Additional due diligence should be performed before booking.